Air-traffic controller fails drug test, convicted in court-martial
There's nothing like a nice cup of tea to relax, Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Javier Trevino used to think.
Particularly herbal tea - no caffeine to get his hands shaking while he was working as an air traffic controller
in Mayport Naval Station or to kepp him awake at night.
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Each September, the State of Hawai'i joins the rest of our nation in
observing National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month in order
to celebrate those who have overcome addictions, as well as to honor
the individuals and organizations who have helped them achieve their
goal and encourage others in need to seek assistance. This year, we
specifically recognize and thank the many valuable recovery support
programs statewide.
Lt. Governor Opposes Lowering of Drinking Age
August 2008
Lt. Governor Aiona and MADD-Hawai`i countered claims by more than 100
college presidents and chancellors that federal lawmakers should consider
lowering the legal drinking age from 21 to 18.
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An undercover operation conducted as part of research sponsored by the Robert
Wood Johnson Foundation's Substance Abuse Prevention and Research Program
(SAPRP) found that apparently underage and intoxicated fans have a relatively
easy time purchasing alcohol at professional sports events.
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Americans Reject Lowering Drinking Age by Large Margin
A recent poll by Nationwide Insurance has found that Americans oppose lowering
the minimum drinking age from 21 to 18, as it is in basically all developed
countries, by a large margin. An overwhelming majority of 78 percent of Americans
are against such a change in current laws. Also, it appears that parents are so
polarized against the proposal that they will likely not vote for a state
representative who supports lowering the legal drinking age.
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